Our client, one of the largest pharmaceutical companies in USA is looking for Scientist - II (Associate) at West Point, PA **Job Title:** Scientist - II **Location:** Onsite - West Point, PA 19486 **Hours:** M-F 8:00am - 5:00pm **Max Pay Rate: $35** **** No PhD this role **** **Qualifications:** + Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Biology, Pharmacology, or a related discipline. + 2-5 years of laboratory experience, preferably in an industrial setting. + Proficiency in developing and executing cell-based assays. + Experience with mammalian cell culture. + Familiarity with molecular biology techniques. + Willingness to work in a BSL2 environment. + Knowledge of Neuroscience, particularly Parkinson’s disease and Alzheimer’s disease, with a focus on lysosomal biology, is preferred. + Experience with data analysis software (GraphPad Prism) and Electronic Lab Notebooks is desired. **Preferred Skills:** + Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. + Excellent communication and teamwork abilities. + Attention to detail and ability to work independently **Job Summary:** + We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled individual to join our client's Neuroscience drug discovery team. + The successful candidate will support our drug discovery programs by executing in vitro assays under the direction of senior staff members. + This role requires a strong background in Biology, Pharmacology, or a related discipline, along with hands-on laboratory experience. **Key Responsibilities:** + Execute in vitro assays to support Neuroscience drug discovery programs. + Develop and perform cell-based assays using various formats such as immunoassay, Western blot, real-time quantitative qPCR, and immunofluorescence techniques. + Maintain and culture mammalian cells. + Utilize molecular biology techniques including transfection, RNA and protein extraction. + Process in vivo samples for downstream pharmacodynamic endpoints. + Work in a BSL2 laboratory setting. + Analyze data using curve fitting software (GraphPad Prism) and maintain records in electronic lab notebooks. If this is a role that interests you and you’d like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you! **About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of:** **Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells** _ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands –_ **_Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells_** _–_ creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2022 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 13th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent. ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.